What trainers (training shoes) for the gym??

talk2tiff

Everyone always goes on about how important it is to wear the right shoes for running...I'm after some new trainers mainly for the gym & some fitness classes & i cant find any info on it. My Nike runners slip on the floor if i'm doing squats etc so useless for this purpose. Any advice or recomendations much appreciated :O) Btw i'm in the uk which seems to have less choice & i'm only looking to spend about £40 ($60-something). Thanx in advance x

paulwgun

I went to a specialist store called up and running( theres a few around the country ) to have my gait analysis checked as i pronate when running and ended up with a pair of brooks trainers for £75 ive since seen them on the Internet around £45 so a bit gutted that i paid that much.
They seem to do the trick when im lifting (squat) havent done any classes yet but walking on various surfaces they do the job
they are brooks vapour 9 my mate wears asics and he says he has no issues either

ironanimal

You need to go to a specialist running store really, at least for your first pair, to have them analyse your gait and tell you what to look for in your shoes. I went with a friend to his fitment, and learned then what I need for running then. I have a pair of Nike trainers now that have the appropriate heel and intoe for me now, bought at a different shop for £55.

Kirsty_UK

Do you run in the gym? If so, then I think you just need to find a pair of running trainers that are right for you, but also don't slip. Or change shoes for the strength training exercises etc.

I own three pairs of trainers, one for jogging, bought after gait analysis, one pair of indoor white sole shoes for racket sports, and one pair of "running" trainers that I bought for jogging, but aren't right for my gait. I do find that even on the cross trainer, the running shoes I bought with advice are better for my feet than the others. Only marginally though. I usually where my racket sports shoes in the gym. They don't slip, and they also dont mark the floor, nor do I ever wear them outside, so they have clean soles.

XXXMinnieXXX

Asics all the way xxx

david_swinstead

Do you live anywhere near a JJB / DW sports store? We've got one here in Mansfield and they have machines that can analyse your gait for you and help you pick a pair for your feet.

Theyve got quite a good range of running shoes in aswell.

Kirsty_UK

You need to go to a specialist running store really, at least for your first pair, to have them analyse your gait and tell you what to look for in your shoes. I went with a friend to his fitment, and learned then what I need for running then. I have a pair of Nike trainers now that have the appropriate heel and intoe for me now, bought at a different shop for £55.

that's not quite what she asked - she's got running shoes with advice, but needs gym appropriate shoes now as well

Nikki582

So you want shoes NOT for running, but other gym stuff? Recently I've been told that if you're doing lifting you need minimalist shoes, apparently things as simple as Chuck Taylors do the trick for most lifters, nothing with a cushioned sole/higher heel (like a running shoe) as you can't get proper form in them.

Cal28

I started looking at Nike Free's for gym shoes (because of the movement etc) but found them too narrow. I tried Reebok Flex and Adidas and found Adidas the most comfortable. Think its all about how they feel for you but for gym classes (not running) I'd suggest Flex type shoes so your foot can move properly. x

ironanimal

You need to go to a specialist running store really, at least for your first pair, to have them analyse your gait and tell you what to look for in your shoes. I went with a friend to his fitment, and learned then what I need for running then. I have a pair of Nike trainers now that have the appropriate heel and intoe for me now, bought at a different shop for £55.

that's not quite what she asked - she's got running shoes with advice, but needs gym appropriate shoes now as well

Well in that case, some nice flat, wide shoes are usually what I opt for - I generally use Airwalk (skate trainers - £20!) for my big lifts. You just need something that provides you a steady base.

BerryH

I can't do anything in the gym that requires lateral movement in my running shoes, which includes most of the classes and all my exercise DVDs. Cross trainers are what you need to shop for.

I wear Nike LAdy Air Vivus cross-trainers (I'd never touch Nike for running!). There's a good, cheap selection at Sportshoes.com - select women-> gym -> shoes.Good luck!

dad106

I just bought some Nikes.. Called Luna something for around 30 dollars, and they are the best shoe. Flat sole and not too cushiony.

I'm also quite biased towards my Nike Shoxx.. but those are a lot more money, unless you can get them on sale!

talk2tiff

Got some Puma ystdy. They were on sale for £18. Just tested them with some circuit training dvds & they are so flexible & grippy, complete opposite to my Nike runners. I'm pleased ) Thank u so much for ur help x

meerkat70

I went to a specialist store called up and running( theres a few around the country ) to have my gait analysis checked as i pronate when running and ended up with a pair of brooks trainers for £75 ive since seen them on the Internet around £45 so a bit gutted that i paid that much.
They seem to do the trick when im lifting (squat) havent done any classes yet but walking on various surfaces they do the job
they are brooks vapour 9 my mate wears asics and he says he has no issues either

you paid gore the service, not just the shoes. when i had this done, it took at least half an hour (probably more), and came away with shoes that make a really big difference to my running. i'm happy to pay for that. in six months, i'll buy the Same pair again online

BerryH

^^^ Seconded. I get re-fitted about once every 18 months as my gait, speed and goals change, and I might be nursing a nagging injury. Each time I pay up at the shop for the expert advice then get two more pairs over the course of the next year online in the sales.